The Birmingham Alabama MLS (Multiple Listing Service) has recently added an option for Realtors to list GLA (gross living area) for their listings. The new feature will go live on August 2, 2010. Realtors are given an option of entering GLA data obtained from an appraiser, building plans, or tax records. The first two sources […]
Archives for July 2010
Can a “Messy House” Make My House Appraise For a Lower Amount?
July 21, 2010 By 9 Comments
The short answer to this question is “no”. You may think this is an odd topic for a post but I get asked this question more than any other, and it is usually asked by the lady of the house. I normally take pictures of every room because it helps me to remember things about […]
Birmingham, Alabama Homeowners: New Property Tax Assessments are out
July 18, 2010 By 4 Comments
If you live in Jefferson County, Alabama please don’t forget about your property tax assessments, which came out at the beginning of July. It is a good idea to check the value that the county has your house assessed at. If you believe it is too high it is possible to contest the value, but […]
The Big Peach Tower in Clanton, Alabama
July 17, 2010 By 2 Comments
I got the chance to head down to Clanton, Alabama recently. I have had a lot of work lately in quite a few different places and last week I had an assignment in Clanton. In case you don’t know, Clanton produces some of the best tasting peaches around. You can buy these peaches from any […]
Birmingham, Alabama Home Sales-Most Expensive Home Sale in June-2010
July 7, 2010 By 2 Comments
Well, once again the most expensive home sale for June is from the Mountain Brook area. As I have noted in previous posts this area is one of the most exclusive and expensive in the state of Alabama. Overall, homes sales over $500,000 have suffered in the Birmingham, Alabama market, however these luxury homes always […]
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